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In the midst of an ongoing, world wide pandemic and the accompanying changes we all continue to experience, it’s refreshing to dive into a book that encourages creativity and seeing life differently.
Jason Naylor’s beautiful book, Live Life Colorfully, offers respite, uplifts the spirit and fires up the creativity nestled within us all. I can’t help but smile over the bold, colorful pages as I slowly and thoughtfully thumb through the book. Each page is an invitation to bring more color, more positivity, into my life. It’s an invitation I happily accept.
Allow me to introduce you to Jason Naylor and his colorful life.
Meet Jason Naylor
Jason is an award winning artist and designer based in NYC. He is known for his bright colors and even brighter messages of hope. Originally from Salt Lake City, he traveled to New York as a teen and felt drawn to the color, the art and the culture there.
Jason’s work has received global recognition, including the Golden Novum Design award, and he has been featured on HGTV and the Discovery Channel. In 2018, Jason was named by BUMBLE as one of the 100 Most Inspiring New Yorkers, and his colorful creations have found partnership with brands like Coach, Guess, Pepsi, and Maybelline.
Jason’s mission is to spread color and positivity around the world. His brightly colored designs and insightful words reflect his zeal for life, his quest for joy, and his love of LOVE. His art ranges from videos to illustrations to typography to murals. And now he’s created his first book, Live Life Colorfully.
“I like to describe my color palette as electric. My art is very reliant upon messaging, often about kindness or love, but I don’t see these as something passive. I think they should be treated with passion and energy, and my palette supports that.” Jason Naylor
Those words perfectly capture Jason’s book. It’s full of that passion and energy.
Live Life Colorfully Book
One of Jason’s strongest messages is to “live life colorfully” so it’s no surprise to discover those words as the title and theme of his new release.
The square hardcover book features rich, bold colors on pages with black or brilliantly hued backgrounds. However, this isn’t just a book to read cover to cover or a “coffee table” book. No. This beautiful book offers insights, tips, quotes and activities…99 of them…to add joy, positivity and creativity to life.
Did you know that looking at or using strong vibrant colors lifts the spirits, stimulates the brain and boosts creativity?
Live Life Colorfully offers all of that within its pages with a mix of inspiration, tips and fun activities. It’s the perfect gift for self help, motivation, and happiness seekers, as well as lovers of pop art and bright colors.
Sample of Pages
Take a look at some of the bright, fun pages within Live Life Colorfully.
#24 Color Your Sidewalk
How long has it been since YOU colored on the sidewalk? It’s an activity children enjoy however as adults, we either don’t take the time to play in this way or we feel foolish for coloring madly on the sidewalk.
Jason encourages the reconnection with the inner child, something I’ve been consciously doing for several years. It’s amazing how doing so fires up creativity.
#2 Stick it to the (Hu)Man
I love the reminder on this page to leave encouraging notes around the home or office. I have a stack of colorful sticky notes, which is perfect! Often we crave words of praise from someone…anyone. We can encourage ourselves with funny sayings, words of praise or inspiring quotes.
And what a great idea for brightening a child’s room or surprising a co-worker.
#77 Four Letter Words
I love this activity. Jason writes that four letter words, also called colorful language, often refer to profane or vulgar words. However he says we get it wrong. There are many four letter words that inspire, encourage, uplift or possess deeper meanings.
Jason shares some of his favorite four letter words and invites the reader to come up with more.
My Thoughts About Live Life Colorfully
Simply stated, I love this book. I feel energized, joyful and creative as I work through it. The quotes inspire me. And some of the pages elicit a laugh while others lead me to deeper thoughts and realizations.
There are pages on cutting out fear, making a paper airplane, growing succulents and shining as your absolute self. One activity encourages the reader to give things away. Another one discusses hugs. There’s a helpful tip on organizing your phone apps by color and one to colorize your closet.
Jason lives life boldly, compassionately, confidently and yes, colorfully and I appreciate the gifts he offers to the world.
In the forward to the book, Jason shares these words:
“Live life colorfully is a succinct way to say ‘Be yourself, be brave, be proud of who you are, be kind, be loving and be happy!’ I hope that exploring this book will help you do just that.”
That’s exactly what the book is doing as I explore it. I randomly open to a page and read the text. If an activity is present, then I do that. During a year when my intention is to be my most authentic, creative “wild woman” self, Jason’s book serves as a powerful reminder of what that means.
Get Your Book
Are you ready to bring more color, creativity and joy into your life?
You can order your copy of Live Life Colorfully at Chronicle Books or through Bookshop. It’s also available at Amazon.
I believe you’ll enjoy colorizing your life!
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